pricer

American  

[prahy-ser] / ˈpraɪ sər /

noun

1. (especially in retail stores) an employee who establishes prices at which articles will be sold, or one who affixes price tags to merchandise.

2. a person who inquires prices, as from a competitor.

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Etymology

Origin of pricer

First recorded in 1875–80; price + -er ¹

Example Sentences

Value-oriented consumers have been curbing spending on discretionary products such as the pricer plant-based meat products and look for pocket-friendly options, including animal meat.

From Reuters • Nov. 9, 2022

Xiaomi's store push comes as the maker plans new model launches, including its pricer Mi4 by the end of this month or early next, Jain said without elaborating.

From Reuters • Jan. 7, 2015

The place was smoky and fairly crowded, and we were just managed to squeeze onto two plush red bar stools and order decent drinks that were pricer than most bars.

From Forbes • Oct. 11, 2014